SKN St. Poelten II Overview

Costa admits Mourinho would have left Benfica even if Perez lost election

Rui Costa has revealed that Jose Mourinho's departure from Benfica was effectively decided before the Real Madrid presidential election outcome was known. The Benfica president said Mourinho had been transparent about Los Blancos' interest and confirmed a mutual agreement would have seen the coach leave even if Florentino Perez had not won the vote.

‘Hard for Man City to keep’ Rodri if Real Madrid come calling

Manchester City have been warned that they will find it “hard” to keep Rodri if Real Madrid come calling, with Peter Reid telling GOAL why more prominent figures are likely to follow Pep Guardiola out of the Etihad Stadium. A summer of change is on the cards, with it possible that a Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder will form part of what could become an elaborate refresh.

Vini Jr still needs his Brazil moment to prove his greatness

Vinicius Jr promised that he would do it "10x" if he had to. Those were his words after he did not win the 2024 Ballon d'Or despite a stellar individual season. In fairness, the Brazilian had a fair claim to the trophy - Rodri may have deserved it, but few would have complained if Vinicius got his hands on the Golden Ball.

Schlotterbeck responds to reports Mourinho wants him at Madrid

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck has reacted to transfer interest from Real Madrid as Jose Mourinho looks to trigger his unique release clause. The German international recently signed an extension until 2031, but a special exit path has put the Spanish giants and fellow suitors Liverpool on high alert ahead of the summer window.

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Amorim and Arbeloa rival Glasner for Milan job

AC Milan owner Gerry Cardinale is taking his time to finalise the club's next managerial appointment despite holding a draft agreement with Oliver Glasner. The Rossoneri hierarchy are widening their search to consider alternative profiles, including former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim and Alvaro Arbeloa, to find a specific technical vision.

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Carvajal to Como?! Fabregas targets THREE Real Madrid players

Como are exploring an ambitious move for Dani Carvajal as Cesc Fabregas looks to add experience and quality ahead of the club’s first Champions League campaign. The Italian side are also tracking Real Madrid youngsters Gonzalo Garcia and Cesar Palacios while preparing for the likely departure of Nico Paz.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Barcelona	38	31	1	6	95	36	59	94	L W L W W
2	Real Madrid	38	27	5	6	77	35	42	86	W W W L W
3	Villarreal	38	22	6	10	72	46	26	72	W L L D W
4	Atletico Madrid	38	21	6	11	62	44	18	69	L W W L W
5	Real Betis	38	15	15	8	59	48	11	60	W L W D W